Project Overview Seeking an experienced Laravel developer to help with backend connection and API integration for an e-commerce platform. This is a homework/academic project using Laravel 8 (backend) and React (frontend) with Laravel Sanctum authentication. Current Status Frontend (React) functional Backend server running (Laravel 8.83.29) Database connection issues - MySQL needs troubleshooting API endpoints need verification Technical Stack Backend: Laravel 8.75+ with Sanctum Database: MySQL (needs configuration) Storage: AWS S3 for product images API: RESTful endpoints for products, auth, cart What I Need Help With Database Connection Setup Configure MySQL connection in Laravel Run migrations and seeders API Integration Verify API endpoints working Test authentication flow (login/register/logout) Ensure product CRUD operations function Fix CORS or API response issues Backend Configuration AWS S3 integration for file uploads Environment variable setup API route testing Requirements Laravel 8+ experience MySQL configuration expertise RESTful API understanding AWS S3 integration (preferred) Deliverables Working database connection Functional API endpoints Successful authentication flow Brief documentation Timeline Flexible - looking for guidance through connection process.